Jackson Lynx is a highly competent security specialist who is one year clean from a perscription drug addiction. Jillian Murdoch manages pharmaceutical distribution. When her house is broken into, she hires Lynx to install a security system. Grateful for his help, she's wary of her attraction to him.... She recognizes the Serenity Prayer on his mirror and can't get involved with an addict. And the last thing Lynx needs is temptation. But when they uncover dangerous secrets they'll have to trust each other. Their lives, and their hearts, depend on it.

Relentless Pursuit

You call this a mission? Yeah, ex-Army Ranger and Taylor Securities operative Billy Tripp screwed up. So instead of being assigned to a dangerous international mission, he's sent to babysit a pricey necklace at a trendy South Beach hotel. The only bright side to the assignment is working with the manager, smoking-hot hotel heiress Kristen Dante. Kristen's worked hard to build her father's Miami hotel into a jet-set destination. She's confident in business but not so much with men.

Risking Trust

Roxann Thorgesson's world is out of control. After her father suffers a fatal heart attack, she must take over as publisher of Chicago's second-largest newspaper. Then her ex-boyfriend, Michael Taylor, CEO of his own security company, shows up needing a favor. The last thing Roxann needs is Michael around causing trouble - and potential heartbreak - but he's involved in a scandalous story she can't pass up.

A Just Deception

The protector: Peter Jessup, former Navy SEAL, currently employed by Taylor Security. He likes being the hero—in charge and in control. His client: Lawyer Isabelle DeRosa. The sexy brunette is the personification of Peter's fantasies. She's willing to get physical, but nothing more serious. The assignment: When Isabelle becomes the prime suspect in the murder of her cousin, Peter is there to protect her and help her find the real killer.

Stealing Justice: The Justice Team, Book 1

Justice "Grey" Greystone was fired from the FBI for insubordination. Now the FBI wants him to use his renegade skills to take down a serial killer who's above the law. To trap the Lion, Grey will need to send the perfect woman undercover.

Shades of Gray: A KGI Novel, Book 6

P. J. and Cole were sharpshooting rivals on the same KGI team and enjoyed a spirited, uncomplicated camaraderie. Until the night they gave in to their desires and suddenly took their relationship one step further. In the aftermath of their one-night stand, they're called out on a mission that goes terribly wrong, and P. J. walks away from KGI, resolved not to drag her teammates into the murky shadows she’s poised to delve into.

Striking Distance: I-Team Series, Book 6

TV reporter Laura Nilsson, known as the "Baghdad Babe," spent eighteen months in an Al-Qaeda compound after being kidnapped live on the air. Two years later, she's still wondering why.No mission in Javier Corbray's fourteen years as a Navy SEAL affected him the way Laura's rescue did.

In Her Sights: A Montgomery Justice Novel, Book 1

Jasmine 'Jazz' Parker, Jefferson County SWAT’s only female sniper, can thread the eye of a needle with a bullet. But she carries with her a secret from her past that she thought she buried for good at the age of 15. Two years ago she even drove away the one man she believed she could love - ex–Army Ranger turned reporter Luke Montgomery - to keep her past hidden. But now, in a fleeting second, the time it takes for one clean shot to save the life of the governor’s daughter, Jazz’s world begins to crumble around her.

Forged in Steele: A KGI Novel, Book 7

Steele, a KGI team leader, is an enigma not even his teammates understand. His emotions are tightly locked down and nothing can break that icy exterior. Nothing except Maren Scofield, a doctor on a mission, a woman who has gotten under Steele’s skin and threatens to crack that unflappable cool he’s legendary for. Steele is determined not to allow Maren past his carefully guarded defenses. But he has a decision to make. Hold tight and shut her out. Or take a chance on something more powerful than he’s ever faced: Love.

After the Storm: A KGI Novel

Over the years, Donovan Kelly has fought relentlessly for justice, women and children always holding a special place in his heart. Working side by side with his brothers, Donovan has witnessed firsthand the toll it’s taken - physically, mentally, and emotionally - on his loved ones, and the innocent lives caught in the crossfire. What he never expects is for his next mission to happen right on his home turf - or for it to take a very personal turn.

Whispers in the Dark: A KGI Novel, Book 4

New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Maya Banks here continues her enthralling series based around the Kelly brothers - six rugged men who make up an elite military group. When Nathan Kelly is finally rescued from behind enemy lines, he credits his life to Shea, whose psychic voice sustained his spirit through it all. But now Shea has gone silent, and Nathan fears she’s in trouble. Can he find Shea in time to repay the tremendous debt he owes her?

No Place to Run: A KGI Novel, Book 2

The last person Sam Kelly expected to save was Sophie Lundgren. Once they shared a brief, intense affair while Sam was undercover and then she vanished. She's spent the last few months on the run, knowing that any mistake would cost her both her life and that of their unborn child. Now she's resurfaced with a warning for Sam: this time, he's the one in danger.

Publisher's Summary

Jackson Lynx always has a plan. He wouldn't be Vice President at Taylor Security if he wasn't steady, smart, and reliable. But as capable as he is, he's not perfect. Approaching the one-year anniversary of kicking his prescription-drug habit, the last thing Lynx needs is temptation. Celibacy is part of his recovery plan. But then Jillian Murdoch asks for his help....

Jillian loves her job - managing pharmaceutical distribution - and she's suspicious when an unscheduled delivery shows up late on a Friday night. Then someone breaks into her home and, terrified, she asks Lynx to install a security system. Grateful for his help, she's wary of her attraction to him.... She recognizes the Serenity Prayer on his mirror and can't get involved with an addict.

But when they uncover dangerous secrets they'll have to trust each other. Their lives, and their hearts, depend on it.

What made the experience of listening to Opposing Forces the most enjoyable?

Ms. Giordano did it again. This was a very interesting and well flowing story. The characters were great and the story was well written.

What other book might you compare Opposing Forces to and why?

This is just another great addition to the rest of the Private Protectors series! I like how the characters from the past books are interwoven with this story as well. I love the authors style of writing and will continue to read her books as long as she continues to write them!

What about Carol Monda’s performance did you like?

I like her voice and the way she does the voices of the characters.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, and it's a story that you can listen to several times and still enjoy it!

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